Hey Kris,
I can only imagine how anxious you are to have two huge events coming at you with very little time to prepare. I am a new mother who had surgery at HEI last Oct. when my boy was only 3 months old. I did not experience the urgency that your dealing with now and my heart goes out to you. I elected to have my surgery without any delay b/c I wanted to get back to my son ASAP. I've followed so many stories on this forum and actually have a friend from home who had a large AN and her journey. Contrary to what you might think, the smaller tumors don't always have the best outcome. We never know what is going to happen and we all have different experiences post op.
The birth of your son will be the greatest joy you've ever known and you'll be determined to get well and back to life as his Mommy. You have chosen excellent surgeons and are in the best possible care. Your husband is also incredibly supportive and I'm sure you're going to get through this.
I live in Pasadena and would be happy to talk to you on the phone and perhaps meet up with you if you're interested. I'm taklng my first vacation (6 months post op) to beautiful Destin, FL where the oil spill is headed right now! We leave May 16 and return on the 26th. Who is delivering your baby? I know you'll have some time after his birth and I would be very happy to meet you if you are interested. Are you staying in LA the whole time?
I've read your posts and been thinking about you for a while now. You are in my prayers.
God Bless,
Amy